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Former first lady Jeannie Ritter today endorsed Michael Hancock for Denver...

Former Colorado first lady Jeannie Ritter announced today that she has endorsed Michael Hancock for mayor of Denver.

Prominent Democrats pick… Michael Bennet for Senate

If Democratic Senator Michael Bennet knows anything, it’s that getting women to the polls could be the key to victory next week against Republican...

Ritter cites family reasons in not seeking re-election

DENVER — Gov. Bill Ritter confirmed an hour ago that he will not seek reelection this year. Addressing reports that stretched across the national political mediasphere last night and this morning, the governor told the crowd packed into the west lobby of the Capitol that he was seeking to re-establish the balance between his professional and personal lives. "I have worked in public service for most of 30 years," he said. "I've had to balance the various aspects of my life... but it has been my family who has sacrificed the most. I haven't found a proper balance."

Jeannie Ritter Embarks on Mental Health Listening Tour

Colorado First Lady Jeannie Ritter is beginning a three-day tour today to discuss the state of mental health care in northwest Colorado. She will...